2006 CHEVROLET SSR roof

To turn off the passenger’s frontal airbag, insert your
ignition key into the switch, push in, and move the switch
to the off position.The airbag off light, located on the roof panel above the
rearview mirror, will come on and stay on to let you
know that the passenger’s frontal airbag is off.
SeeAirbag Off Light on page 3-28. The passenger’s
frontal airbag will remain off until you turn it back
on again.
{CAUTION:
If the airbag readiness light ever comes on
when you have turned off the passenger’s
frontal airbag, it means that something may be
wrong with the airbag system. The passenger’s
frontal airbag could inate even though the
switch is off. If this ever happens, do not let
anyone whom the national government has
identied as a member of a passenger airbag
risk group sit in the passenger’s position (for
example, do not secure a rear-facing child
restraint in your vehicle) until you have your
vehicle serviced. United States
Canada
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If your vehicle has the memory seat feature and you
have previously programmed a seat position, the driver’s
seat will move to that position when you press the
unlock button. SeeMemory Seat on page 2-53for
more information.
Q(Lock):Press lock to lock all the doors. Press lock
again within three seconds and the horn will chirp.
F(Cargo Cover Release):To release the cargo
cover, press the button with this symbol on it. The
convertible top must be all the way up or down for this
feature to work properly. See “Roof Tonneau” under
Lowering the Convertible Top on page 2-47for more
information. The cargo cover can also be released using
the cargo cover release button located in the glove box.
SeeCargo Cover on page 2-35for more information.
L(Remote Alarm):Press the button with the horn
symbol on it, to sound the horn and make the
headlamps and taillamps flash for up to 30 seconds.
This can be turned off by pressing the horn button again,
or by waiting for 30 seconds, or by starting the vehicle.
You can program different feedback settings for up to
two drivers using the Driver Information Center (DIC). For
more information seeDriver Information Center (DIC) on
page 3-42.
Matching Transmitter(s) to
Your Vehicle
Each remote keyless entry transmitter is coded to
prevent another transmitter from unlocking your vehicle.
If a transmitter is lost or stolen, a replacement can
be purchased through your dealer. Remember to bring
any remaining transmitters with you when you go to
your dealer. When the dealer matches the replacement
transmitter to your vehicle, any remaining transmitters
must also be matched. Once your dealer has coded the
new transmitter, the lost transmitter will not unlock
your vehicle. Each vehicle can have a maximum of four
transmitters matched to it.
Battery Replacement
Under normal use, the battery in your remote keyless
entry transmitter should last about two years.
You can tell the battery is weak if the transmitter won’t
work at the normal range in any location. If you have
to get close to your vehicle before the transmitter works,
it’s probably time to change the battery.
The Driver Information Center (DIC) will display a Rfa X
Battery Low message when the transmitter battery is
low. SeeDIC Warnings and Messages on page 3-45.
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Windscreen
A. Windscreen
B. Bevelled Notch in Carpeted Seatback Bumper
C. Protective Cap on Carpeted Seatback Bumper
The vehicle may have a windscreen (A) installed to the
rear of each seat to lessen wind noise while the
convertible roof is retracted. The convertible roof can be
opened or closed with the windscreen installed. The
vehicle must have the correct seatback bumpers
to install the windscreen.The correct seatback bumpers have a bevelled
notch (B) above the seat’s inboard protective cap (C).
The notch allows the bumper to fit over the windscreen
bracket which mounts to the inboard mounting studs.
Install the windscreen by following these steps:
1. Before installing the windscreen, the convertible top
must be fully retracted and the seats moved forward.
2. Remove the windscreen from its protective bag.
3. Locate the carpeted seatback bumper behind
each seat.
4. Remove protective caps from the bumpers.
5. Loosen the four seatback bumper nuts from
each seat. It is not necessary to remove the
bumpers completely.
6. With the seatback bumpers loosened, slide the
windscreen mounting brackets behind the
seatback bumpers. The angled portion of the
mounting brackets should rest tightly into the bevels
of the seatback bumpers.
7. Tighten the bumper nuts and reinstall the protective
molding caps.
When not using the windscreen, store it in its protective
bag. To remove the windscreen, reverse the steps
listed previously. Rear View of Seatback
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Lowering the Convertible Top
Notice:If you operate the convertible top switch
continuously while the ignition is in ACCESSORY,
the battery will drain and you might not be able
to start your vehicle. Do not use the convertible top
switch for extended periods of time when the
ignition is in ACCESSORY.
The ignition must be in RUN or ACCESSORY, your foot
must be on the brake, and the vehicle must be
stopped in order to lower the convertible top.
a(Top Open):Press and hold this symbol on
the convertible top switch located on the center console
switchbank to open the convertible top. The windows
will lower automatically when the top begins to
lower. Two chimes will sound when the convertible top
is fully opened.
A “Roof Cycle Timeout” message will display on the
Driver Information Center (DIC) and the convertible top
will stop moving when the programmed time limit is
exceeded for the lowered position. See “Roof Cycle
Timeout” underDIC Warnings and Messages on
page 3-45.
If the convertible top cannot be lowered using the
convertible top switch, the fuse may need to be
replaced. SeeFuses and Circuit Breakers on page 5-86
for more information.If the convertible top still does not operate, contact
your GM dealer.
Notice:Leaving the convertible top down and
exposing the interior of your vehicle to outdoor
conditions may cause damage. Always close
the convertible top if leaving your vehicle outdoors.
Roof Tonneau
Notice:Opening the cargo cover manually when
the convertible top is not in the full-open or
full-closed position could damage the tonneau
cover and the convertible top. Always make sure
the convertible top is in the full-closed or
full-opened position before manually opening the
cargo cover.
The vehicle has a roof tonneau that is raised or lowered
along with the convertible top using the convertible
top switch.
If roof tonneau does not raise or lower when using the
convertible top switch, verify that the cargo cover is
closed. The roof tonneau will not raise or lower if the
cargo cover is open. SeeCargo Cover on page 2-35and
for more information. There will also be a message
displayed on the on the Driver Information Center (DIC).
SeeDIC Warnings and Messages on page 3-45for more
information on possible DIC messages and how to clear
them from the display.
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If the cargo area is closed and the roof tonneau does
not raise or lower, check to see if a fuse is blown.
SeeFuses and Circuit Breakers on page 5-86for
more information.
Contact your GM dealer if the roof tonneau still does not
raise or lower after replacing the fuse.
The roof tonneau can manually be raised or lowered in
the event of a power loss. SeeRaising the Convertible
Top on page 2-48for instructions.
Raising the Convertible Top
Notice:If you operate the convertible top switch
continuously while the ignition is in ACCESSORY,
the battery will drain and you might not be able
to start your vehicle. Do not use the convertible top
switch for extended periods of time when the
ignition is in ACCESSORY.
The ignition must be in RUN or ACCESSORY, your foot
must be on the brake, and the vehicle must be
stopped in order to raise the convertible top.
b(Top Closed):Press and hold this symbol on
the convertible top switch located on the center console
switchbank to close the convertible top. Two chimes
will sound when the top is fully closed.A “Roof Cycle Timeout” message will display on the
Driver Information Center (DIC) and the convertible top
will stop moving when the programmed time limit is
exceeded for the raised position. See “Roof Cycle
Timeout” underDIC Warnings and Messages on
page 3-45.
If the convertible top cannot be raised by using the
convertible top switch, the fuse may need to be
replaced. SeeFuses and Circuit Breakers on page 5-86
for more information.
If the convertible top still cannot be lowered or raised,
contact your GM dealer.
The roof tonneau and convertible top can be raised in
the event of a power loss. Two people are needed to lift
the roof tonneau and convertible top when using the
following procedure.
1. Turn the ignition to OFF.
2. Open both doors.
3. In the area behind the seats, locate the two sets of
cables behind the carpet flaps. The cables on the
driver’s side are located behind the tire inflator
kit. The tire inflator kit must be removed to access
the cables. SeeTire Inator Kit on page 5-68
for instructions on how to remove the tire inflator kit.
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8. For steps 8 and 9, more than one person is needed
to do this. One person working on each side is
best. Lift up on the roof tonneau and raise it to the
upright position.9. Grasp the front panel of the convertible top and
pull up.
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10. Insert the front panel into the roof latches.
One person should hold the convertible top up from
the rear in the closed position while another
person performs the next steps.11. Remove the plastic cap
located between the
sun visors by turning it
one quarter turn.
12. Slide the tool side of
the convertible release
tool until the entire
tool forms a right angle
as shown. Driver’s side latches shown,
passenger’s side similar
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13. Insert the convertible top release tool into the latch
closing mechanism between the sun visors and turn
it counterclockwise until the latches are secured
and the convertible top is fully closed.14. From the upright position, push down on the outer
area of the boot cover panel where the hinges and
hydraulic cylinders are located to separate it
from the roof tonneau. Then, continue to push the
boot cover panel down as far as it will go.
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